Effects — Bevel / emboss — Reference

Bevel / emboss settings

The Bevel / emboss effect has 3 settings. Here is what each one controls.

Settings
3
Category
Metal & light
01

Setting reference

SettingWhat it controls
Light angleThe direction the light comes from.
DepthHow strong the relief is.
MixHow much of the embossed result is blended with the original.
02

Tips for better results

  1. Tip 01

    A light from the top left feels natural, because most people read light as coming from above.

  2. Tip 02

    Lower depth gives a subtle, tasteful relief; higher depth looks like carved stone.

  3. Tip 03

    Lower the mix to keep colour from the photo.

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